Bullied.

I was one of the ugliest student way back in High School and with that reason, I used to be bullied by my classmates and some of my batch mates. I’d be honest but my high school years were the worst years for me. There were times that I didn’t want to come to school because they will physically and emotionally hurt me. What’s bad about the situation was some of my high school teachers didn’t care about this, at all. They tolerated this because they believed that it’s part of growing up, to be teased and hurt. I fought back but it’s hard because I am against a large group, still, I looked for someone to guide me. As far as I can remember, the only person that helped me was my Christian Living teacher, Sir Steve but apparently he passed away, 3 years after I left high school.
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I cannot hid my excitement to finish my high school classes because I knew that I wasted my four years dealing with bastards and bitches (sorry for the mean words but I really don’t know how to carefully describe them). Anyhow, college days were the best days of my life. I was treated fairly. Being a late-bloomer was fun, everyone was into you and wanted to talk to you. Unfortunately, I was not happy at all because I turned out to be the one bullying others. You know, it’s a cycle, if you have experienced being bullied, there will be a time that you will be the one hurting others. I regretted doing it, I just woke up one day and realized that I am wrong and needed to straight things up. I changed myself to be better and matured on that moment. I discerned that it was not healthy doing it, I needed to grow up and stop making mistakes.
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I am always thankful for everything that happened to me. I am hurt but I took it in a positive way.
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Outfit details. Buttoned down - Basic Clothing, Basic Shorts - Dockers, Vintage Watch - Bvlgari and Sneakers - Cotton On.
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This look was posted on my lookbook page. Please feel free to hype it. :)
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Thank you for reading. Have a great day. :)

Photos by Micheal Macalos

— Style Show

Nameless.

I started as a fashion blogger before i decided to hug lifestyle, music and food reviews. I thought that blogging different kind of niches will not make my readers bored scanning my posts. One day, I felt that the term Style Show was no longer appropriate to serve as my blog name. I decided to finish all my backlogs and created a post about this look. If you only knew guys, this was my favorite blog to write about.
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Aside from this realization, I will try my best to stick to one style. A style that will serve as my mark being a fashion blogger, something that can differentiate me from other well-known and superb clothes writer. You know, it’s easy to copy styles but it’s hard to give justice to it. Always remember that there are some styles that are not best for you. Just a friendly advice, keep on mixing and matching until you will find a look that will shout “it’s me” and from there you can represent who you are.
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Since it’s summer, I just wore my basic things. Fedora from Peaches on Top, Buttoned down from Regatta, Silver Watch from Guess, Yacht shorts from Dockers and Oxford shoes - thrifted.
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This look was posted on my lookbook page. Hope you’ll hype it there. :)
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Thanks for reading my style post today. Have a great day ahead. (At last, I can happily add my blog name at the end of this post). Happy kid here. :)

Photos by Catch Gaviola. Thanks man!

— SS (Style Show)

12 Stones Production (+ Blog Giveaway)

A roster of superb artists managed by an independent team, 12 Stone Productions, will come as one and will hit the town by storm. The said Filipino record label and talent management aims to prove that Original Pilipino Music will have its fresh taste with their new line ups in the local music scene.

Last Monday, the press launch was held in Urbn Bar and Kitchen with the appearance of today’s most established artists and rising stars like Rocksteddy, Save me Hollywood, Barbie Almalbis, Kitchie Nadal, Absolute Play and Ruth Legazpi. The scene was hosted by Margo Midwinter, the brand ambassadress.
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After the launch, the mediamen were given a chance to interview the artists. Let’s start first with Rocksteddy, this alternative rock band had their latest album out named Instadramatic. The group shared that their latest compilation of songs were of mellow tunes. The group emphasized that this was the best time to provide some variety of good tunes to their listeners.
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Next stop is Save me Hollywood with their vocalist Julz Savard (I am Meg ambassador and former MYX VJ). This all-star band will have an upcoming album to be released soon. They promised that the album will be a blast and for sure that their fans will love it.
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The youngest band in this production, Absolute Play, the rising kid punk group promised that their band is different from others. They also shared that even if they are young, they must not be underestimated because they have the music edge that runs on their blood. These three youngsters were managed by their father and owner of 12 Stone, Tommy Tanchangco.
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The remaining artists, Ruth Legazpi and Barbie Almalbis shared the common interests and stressed the idea that Filipino can stand up and can make it big someday. They stated that artists needed support from their people and that will start there, the success of OPM.
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By the way, there will be a series of concerts that will start in the month of June. The first one will happen on June 1 around 6:00 pm in Eastwood City, June 7 in The Lucky Chinatown around 4pm and June 9 in Venice Piazza McKinley around 7pm. For sure, all of the youth and music enthusiast of all ages will surely love this. Show some support and let’s raid their concerts.
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In line with this, the lucky fan will win 4 latest albums, 2 reserved front seats plus a meet-and-greet with these artists on Eastwood concert on June 1. How to join my blog giveaway? Please follow this.

1. Please follow me on twitter.
2. Please tweet this, “I want to win @seftiburcio’s and #12StoneProductions albums giveaway because (your reason). The catchy the line, the more chances of winning.
3. On disqus or comment box, kindly put your name and your email.
4. It will be a 10-day blog giveaway contest. I will announce the winner on May 31, 2013 at 11:59pm. Good luck!
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As simple as that. What are you waiting for? Join and win this blog giveaway!! Thanks for reading my post and have a great day ahead.:)


P.S. Will post an OOTD in a short while. Stay tuned!
— SS (Style Show)

Hawk Bags - Back to School Latest Collection.

“First day high” is near. Are you guys ready? I know that most of the students are currently looking for superb school supplies to be fully prepared this coming June classes. What’s fun about this pupils is that they are fashionistas, meaning they are rooting for the things that will make them “in”. Speaking of this, Hawk Bags brand officially launched their latest Back-to-School collection with different set of styles and colors to choose from.
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The Hawk Bags brand wants to emphasize three things on their latest line: Affordable, Trendy and Safety. Affordable in a way that the quality of the bag is evidently present without compromising the budget of the studying group and their parents. Second, being trendy. They come up with different designs that will catch one’s attention in a fashionable manner. Most importantly, being safe. In the latest experiment conducted by the US Standards for Consumers, it showed that the brand had 5-42 parts per million (ppm) lead content. It depicted the information that the lead content on their bags is of an ideal level with 0-90 ppm as the normal range. It’s wise to spend your pennies and dimes with a tested brand that will never cause any harm to students.
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Of all the bags I saw, I picked my top three. I hope that this will help you choose on what backpack you will buy in the near future. Again, I love plain or vibrant-colored things so these are the backpacks I casted.
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If you guys want to check out the venue, the Hawk Bag concept store is located in Market Market Ground floor. You can check their facebook page here and follow them on twitter for more updates.
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Let’s go guys and raid their superb store. Don’t miss the chance to grab their latest stuff. It’s really worth it. Will post a look with their item. Please stay tuned. Thanks for reading. Have a great day ahead.

— SS (Style Show)

Crocs Mega Sale!!!

It’s going to be wild. It’s going to get crazy. It’s going to be huge. More and more Crocs fans are jumping for joy, as the much-awaited, and the biggest shoe sale event in one venue is back.

Now on its 5th year, the Crocs Megasale 2013 is happening once again at the grounds of NBC Tent in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig, with a mind-blowing price slash of up to 90%. Get your hoarding game face on, rain or shine, on May 31 to June 2, from 10am to 8pm. Free entrance for all Citibank cardholders, while there’s a P50 entrance fee for all non-Citi shoppers. Cash and all major credit cards will be accepted.

Great finds for all shoe lovers from kids, teens, to adults, with over 200 designs to choose from. No one will leave the tent empty handed, as this wild Megasale will surely knock you off your feet.

Make sure to come prepared with umbrellas, fans, bottled water, and face towels. The list of shoe prices will be provided onsite. Food stands will be set up by McDonald’s, Racks, Shakey’s and Saibachi.

so what are you guys waiting for? Let’s go, buy a pair and have some fun. See you!

For more updates please check Crocs facebook page. Follow them on twiiter, crocsPH. Again. see you there and thanks for reading this post.:)

— SS (Style Show)

Carlo Rossi’s Sweet Red.

Did you know that wine was archaeologically present as early as 7000 BC? Yes! Based on Wikipedia, people at the earliest times had a winery to produce this kind of liquor for their ceremonial rites or celebration. Also, it is also associated to different religions and to the known mythologies as one of the drinks of the Gods and Goddesses. As the evolution of wine went on, there will be some changes and innovations that happened and will happen in the near future and that’s what I found with this brand, Carlo Rossi.
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The No. 1 wine in the Philippines, Carlo Rossi, came up with their latest sweet wine named Rossi Sweet Red. This latest innovation from the label was crafted from grapes grown in California’s sun-drenched vineyards and bursted with a superb flavor and aroma. It has layers of vanilla, bright cherry and wild raspberry flavors, making a different mix of sweetness.
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One of the best things that this brand gave emphasis was the idea of celebrating the happiest moment in life with good food and wine. They believed that a glass of good real sweet wine can create a difference in every celebration and make it more remarkable.
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According to Von de Torres, Managing Director, Emperador Distillers, the team wanted to create a new difference and stand out with their latest wine. Moreover, they wanted to depict an idea that its sweetness and appropriate alcohol content plus the cooling sensation of ice cubes can make Rossi Sweet Red your on-the-rocks drink for “we-time”.
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Alberto Reyes, Marketing Manager of the said brand noted that catching up with your friends can be more effective and fun with Rossi Sweet Red. This brand is topnotch in wine-making across the globe and will still strive to create more innovations to please our customers, he added.
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In my own take, the wine was really different to other wines i tasted. I am used to drink it without ice but i am amazed on how the wine remained its taste consistently even if the ice cubes melted. A new way to drink it, it’s more fun than the traditional way.
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I am delightful to be invited to come to this event. Anyhow, thank you for reading this post. Have a great day ahead. :)

— SS (Style Show)

Gigi Cupcakes.

Cupcakes are my all-time favorite desserts. These number cakes are my pacifiers whenever my sweet tooth is asking for something ambrosial. Of course, one thing that I always consider is the price and on the other hand is the taste. Good thing, I was introduced to Gigi Coffee and Cupcakes
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I was lucky that I was invited to come and visit Gigi Coffee and Cupcakes and try everything. As I arrived in the vicinity, I was easily attracted to the interior design. It brought up a touch of an outdoor feel, very pleasing to the eyes together with the combination of green and white colors.
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The price was very affordable. At least, I can say that of all the cupcake stores that I visited, their sweet shop had the cheapest price to offer without compromising the mini-cakes’ distinct taste. For sure your budget will not cry on as you dig in these sweet little things.
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Excited about the sweetest part? Let’s begin. One of my gauge is the store’s capability to create a Red Velvet cupcake. I am very particular with its taste because it’s my best-loved last course. As I bit this mini-cake, I admired it. I adored its moistness and heaviness. You can even eat the cupcake without its frosting. It’s well blended, not too sweet yet highly satisfying.
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Next thing I tried was the Raspberry cupcake. I was attracted to its design especially the top part with a little raspberry-like gummy. This one was mouth-watering and the taste was highly captivating. You will love how the cake was mixed, unexplainably satisfying.
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The third number cake I dug in was the Chocolate Chip Overload. Just to share, I was like a kiddo when I saw this. I remembered how I always snack up to these little kisses when I was on my 3rd grade. Going back, I can say that this one was aesthetically made. It can easily attract children and the young-at-heart. It was fun eating this, the choco chips jived well with the milk frosting.
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The 4th, Peppermint was becoming my favorite. I love the idea that they came up with a sweet yet minty frosting added to a sweet plain cake. It’s a good twist to try on.
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Last but not the least was the Sea Salt Choc. This was very different from the rest of the mini-cakes because of the rock salt toppings. I tried this cake and I liked how the saltiness added a superb kick to the chocolate cake.
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These are the people behind this successful sweet shop, Mr. Patrick Gaerlan and Mrs. Gigi Gaerlan. I admired their humility aside from their successful business. It’s really overwhelming to meet them.
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Don’t miss the chance to visit the shop and try it for yourselves. Aside from this flavors, there’s a lot of choices to choose from. So go, glimpse and take an order. By the way, Gigi is located at Felina Corporate Plaza Lobby, Eastwood City, 1110 Quezon City, Philippines. Store hours Mon - Sat: 7:00 am - 11:00 pm and Sun: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm.
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Thank you for reading my sweetest post. Have yourself a sweet and great day ahead.:)

— SS (Style Show)

Crocs X Run Sailor Run.

Ever since I started my blog, I’ve been patronizing boat shoes (of any brands) as my number one footwear. It’s very comfortable and always appropriate for any hang outs, events, etc. Talking about boat shoes, I was really glad that I was invited to witness the launch of Crocs Philippines latest beach line collection with Laureen Uy, David Guison and Camille Co as the brand ambassadors.

As this superb brand officially launch their take on classic topsiders, they also aimed to provide more comfortable and sturdier pairs with awesome fresh touch of vibrant and lively colors. Rest assured that these pairs will feed your fashion needs with comfort and function. These shoes will be available in all Crocs concept stores nationwide this May.

These are some of the women’s pairs.

Guys’ pairs. You need to check it out.

In line with this showcase, they will officially launch their latest online game entitled, Run, Sailor, Run that will go on Monday (May 13, 2013). In this label’s facebook application, a player must collect coins as you run, dodge obstacles and collect bonuses. Of course, the player with the highest score will be granted with an all-expense paid, 3-night trip to Singapore for two, as well as trip abroad using the Crocs yacht. As you play along with your facebook friends, it will increase your chance to win these cool prizes (meaning, camaraderie is the key to success). Also, sweet consolation prizes will be at stake like Crocs loot bags or huge discounts.

Well, how to play the game? It’s simple, all you need to do is to click the Run, Sailor, Run! Tab on the Crocs Philippines Facebook page or access http://www.runsailorrun.com/app/ph/home.html. Need to know more? Just like the Crocs Philippines facebook page to be updated.

Thank you for reading this post. Let’s go guys and grab our pairs. By the way, I will post a look together with my Crocs topsiders soon. Stay tuned. Have a great day ahead.:)

— SS (Style Show)

Adidas — King of the Road Challenge.

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! After last October 2011 successful Adidas’ King of the Road Challenge, the team is coming up with another round of this Runner’s summit that will be held in Bonifacio Global Summit on July 7, 2013. This year, runners have the options to choose between 16.8K and 10K race categories.
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The 16.8K-distance race will fall on 2 sub-categories — The Closed and Open Divisions. In Closed, this section will be exclusive for Filipinos. The Male and Female who will top this group will be hailed as the country’s King and Queen of the Road and will represent the Philippines in South East Asia Adidas’ KOTR Championship. Meanwhile, the Open category is open for all nationalities.
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On the other hand, the 10K-distance race will have an added feature this year, the Student’s Relay category. This is designed to encourage the youth to exemplify a healthy lifestyle. This section will be opened to college and university students under 25 years old. In this race, one male and female need to partner up (of the same school) and form a relay team (each of them should run 5K leg). The winning pair will receive individual cash prizes as well as for their respective schools. Also, they will be given a chance to be the brand ambassadors of their respective campuses. Furthermore, the regular 10K run is open to all interested runners. Prizes also await to the runners who will top this division.
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The brand’s battle cry is All in, as Adidas continues to support the aspiring artists to aim for the best — be in whatever field they are (sports, fashion or music) as stated by Jason Gervasio, the label’s Communications and Sports Marketing Manager.
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How to join KOTR 2013:

There are 2 options to choose from depending to your preference.

1. Visit http://adidaskingoftheroad.com/ph and register online by filling up all the required data (not available for 10K Relay for Students). Online registration is open from May 2 - June 23, 2013.

2. Please visit 7 Adidas KOTR sites in Adidas Greenbelt 3, Adidas SM Mall of Asia, Adidas SM Megamall, Adidas Powerplant, Adidas Trinoma, Adidas Two Parkade (BGC) or Runner at Bonifacio High Street. Onsite registration is open from May 2 - June 30, 2013.

These are the following fees for different race categories.
16.8K = P1,300; 10K regular race - P1,100. For student’s 10K run = P800. Each participating students must present school ID’s that must be valid until the race day, July 7.

If you will be participating as a group, either family or friends, there will be a huge discount.
> Group of 10-14 = P100 off each
> Group of 15-19 = P150 off each
> Group of 20+ = P200 off each
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This year’s run will be supported by Summit Water and 100 Plus. Also, for more information, please check www.facebook.com/adidas. Hope to see you guys there and let’s have fun. Thanks for reading my blog post and have a great day ahead.

— SS (Style Show)